2006 Morgan Aero vs. 1990 Nissan Presea

To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Presea. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Morgan Aero weights approximately 20 kg more than 1990 Nissan Presea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Morgan Aero is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Morgan Aero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Presea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Morgan Aero (448 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Presea. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Presea.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Morgan Aero 1990 Nissan Presea
Make Morgan Nissan
Model Aero Presea
Year Released 2006 1990
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4392 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 325 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 448 Nm 178 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1110 kg 1090 kg
Vehicle Length 4130 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2510 mm


 

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